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Arm yourself appropriately.

Ripping down flowing singletrack and blistering downhill courses is stupidly fun, but it doesn't come without consequences when you bail off your bike or fall at high speeds. Engineered to soften the blow from crashes, the POC Joint VPD 2.0 Knee Guard protects your knees from impact when you're trail riding and slaying downhill courses. The 3D-molded VPD foam stays pliable when you're riding, stiffening upon impact to absorb the punishment of crashes and trail mishaps. Its perforated design keeps you cool when you're riding, helping to prevent sweat build-up on hot summer rides. Plus, you'll find an elasticized hook-and-loop strap for a secure, adjustable fit. Note that these pads are slim enough to wear under your favorite trail shorts and riding pants.

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The right pad for me!

Bought these to give me some more protection while riding more aggressive terrain while still being able to peddle. They certainly give me the added protection I was looking for and while I can still peddle in them, I do not think I will be doing any all day rides with them. In that instance, I will opt for my lighter weight pads. Overal they are a perfect fit for what I was looking for, more protection without the bulk of a hardshell knee pad

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Perfect Fit

Familiarity: I've used it several times

I recently got back into mountain biking, and thought I didn't need knee pads until my first wipe out back on the bike. Needless to say, I immediately snagged these and couldn't be happier. They fit extremely well to your leg/knee, do not slide, and breathe surprisingly well!

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Excellent protection w/o bulky feeling

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Bought these knee pads after buying and loving the vpd 2.0 elbow pads. Excellent protection w/o bulky feeling. No slipping or discomfort while peddling or on the downhill. Conforms to the body and almost forget I have them on. They are a bit warm for the up but usually just put em on for the downhill anyway. Washable and durable. Would definitely highly recommend these pads to a friend. I am 6'1" 160# and mediums fit perfect.

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The Swedes got it right!

Familiarity: I've used it several times

Simplicity and cleanliness matched with a great fit and design make these pads a win win for everyone! Can't go wrong here, fit is great for me and love the look, style and comfort. Grabbed the elbow pads to match as well.

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Best knee pad I've put on!

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

You know gear is working when you completely forget about it. After strapping these on it felt like they were going to be too big and a little loose, that was hardly the case super comfortable forgot they were on and stay right where you left em. Riding at Canyons, Deer Valley, Draper, I-Street, Ogden Bike Park.

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Ideal for DH, Hot & Heavy for hard XC

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Pros: -Warmth for winter MTB riding (I've also gotten into the habit of using them while snowboarding if I know I'll be kneeling and waiting for people) -I've crashed a few times with these and they haven't torn up at all (through rock gardens and roots sections) -They don't smell too bad, haven't needed to deodorize after riding in the deserts of Utah -Don't notice them while pedaling comfort wise, aside from heat and bulkiness -look great

Cons: -Straps are about twice as long as necessary, I end up wrapping them all the way around my leg before attaching -When packing these for uphills, they take up loads of room in my bag, I often have to strap them to the outside -If you're looking for all day all mountain pads, I'd go for their "air" versions or styles because these are super hot and bulky, but not uncomfortable like other pads are (not scratchy or pokey).

Take away: Good to have for winter and park riding and snowboarding, I'd go for something else if riding in the summer or for extended periods of time when climbing is necessary (or you can just plan to pack them, but they're bulky)

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Best Knee Pads

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Knee pads are a must have for any mountain biker and these are some of the best ones out there. I got them last spring and after a spring, summer and fall of riding hard, they are still holding up great! You'll hardly notice you're wearing them when your riding, but you'll definitely be happy you were when you fall and you're knees aren't destroyed. They provide great protection and don't slip around when riding. I highly recommend these to all mountain bikers!

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Great pads, until they aren't anymore

I loved these for the first few months - but then they just stretched out to the point where they won't stay in place anymore. So they went from perfect fit and me telling everyone how awesome they were to basically useless. Unless the Dakine Slayers that replaced them, these don't seem to regain their shape after a wash.

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LOVE!

Familiarity: I've used it several times

Just picked these up last week after I had a few crashes ending up with scraped up knees. I was pretty skeptical about being comfortable pedaling in them but I gave it a shot. I was delightfully surprised at how little I noticed them. Obviously you are going to get some extra warmth and sweat with them on but that is to be expected.

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Light and Comfortable!

Familiarity: I've used it several times

I've now ridden with these about 15 times or so. I find them to be super comfortable and lightweight when you are spending the day descending. I would not ride these as my "everyday" knee pad, more so for a day at the bike park or riding shuttle laps. I'd go with the lightweight version if you are looking for that! They are a bit uncomfortable for the uphill, but they stay put for the day!

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Certainly not light compared to the 661 Rage Hard Knee, which was a great pad (Hey, 661 you are exceedingly dumb for completely changing that pad!) And I use the POC's for long all mountain rides (3+ hours), and for me they are *not* uncomfortable pedaling uphill--quite the opposite: they are super comfortable pedaling uphill. I've done two hour climbs while wearing them without issue. Great pad. Heavier and warmer than the 661 Rage Hard Knee, which I use on alternate days. Both stay in place and do not slip down. I've crashed many times with the Rage Hard Knee, and I've walked away unscathed. The first day I wore the POC's I went down hard in the rocks in Moab, and even though there was a stripe up the middle of the knee pad(presumably from impacting a rock), I didn't feel a thing. Durability is the best I've seen in any knee pad. My POC's are on their third season, and the elastic is just now starting to lose its stretch. No rips or tears in the material, and the stitching is holding up fine.

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Protection is key

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Protect yourself before you wreck yourself. These pads are great and I have already taken some spills with them and they have held up exactly as intended. I went down pretty hard and I didnt feel my knees hit at all but they are still plenty flexible to pedal in and wont bug you too much on longer rides. Highly recommend any of the POC Joint VPD line.

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P.O.C It To Me.

Fit: True to size

Size Bought: Medium

Great knee pads, awesome price, worth the money. Sums up a couple of highlights about these pads. At first they were very tight even with me being right in the range for a proper fit using the mediums. However after one ride with them being able to heat up and mold to my leg they fit and feel great.

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Necessary Apparel

Familiarity: I've used it several times

Fit: Runs small

Taking spills and striking immovable objects is assured in mountain biking. These pads from POC will give you adequate protection should the inevitable occur. They are a bit bulky and very warm, but they take good care of your vulnerable knees. Worth throwing on for park laps or burly trail rides.

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Great pads, might be a little much for XC

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

I love these pads. Fit is great and they're not too hot. Don't have anything bad to say about them. If you are looking for something and bike lots of miles you might want o check out the "air" version on them.

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Great fit

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Very comfortable for pedaling and all day wear. I wear these for all riding. Have held up great over the last year. Stitching is holding up well. My only complaint is the left knee squeaks a little(pad inside the sleeve) but it's nothing that prevents me from wearing them. One of the most comfortable pair of knee pads I've used.

Putting My Pads To Use On Pinecone Ridge

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the real deal

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Fit: True to size

Size Bought: Medium

Height: 5'8"

Weight: 160lbs

I picked these up for days when the VPD Air guards aren't up to the task. Namely bike park days (jumps / features) or DH shuttle runs (roots, rocks). They offer the best protection in the POC lineup without being too heavy. They also feature straps above and below the knee to help keep them secure. The VPD material is amazing stuff, and it's much more comfortable than a hard-shelled guard while offering the same (if not better) protection. I didn't have any fit issues and mine stay put, even when pedaling hard. I went with a medium based on the measurements below / above the knee. These are a little spendy but worth the price!

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Great pads but buyer beware

Familiarity: I've used it several times

I've had these pads for about 4 months now, the pads are great with a few issues...one is the sizing chart here on Backcountry, which still hasn't been fixed, it shows the above knee circumference to be smaller on the large than the medium...which is clearly wrong, because of that I ordered an XL which ended up way to big and had to return for a smaller size, thankfully Backcountry has an excellent return policy.

The next issue I noticed just recently while cleaning the pads, a flaw that explains why I've had slippage on one pad. One of the rubber strips above the knee appears to be sewn inside out, so it's a smoother surface than the more aggressive textured strips, which leads to the knee pad slipping above the knee while riding. Unfortunately after 4 months of use not sure if there's anything I can do about that issue, just bad quality control on what would otherwise be an amazing product.

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On the size chart for Joint VPD Knee, are the inch measurements listed correct for the 10 cm above knee cap circumference? Small is listed as 14-6 to 16.1 in., medium is listed as 16.1 to 17.7 in., but large is listed as 15 to 16.5 in., which would make it smaller than the medium? It seems like this must be wrong. I don't want to order this gift without knowing that I'm ordering the correct size.